Introduction

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Medicare Supplements

When I was searching around for a medicare supplement (also called medigap) I learned that there are a limited number of plans. The plans have letter codes going from A to L and each plan's coverage has been dictated by the federal government. Lots of insurers offer these plans and each insurer is free to set their own price.


But, plan F (one of the most popular) is plan F regardless of the insurer. Each insurer must provide the same coverage for it. Most insurers register your coverage with Medicare so that when you have a claim, Medicare automatically forwards the claim information to them for further processing.


In my state (Illinois) there is a web site that that does a good job of explaning your options.